For over a decade, I’ve been capturing the depth of human experience through both my lens and my writing. Before I found my home in LA, I worked as a journalist across Russia, giving voice to those often overlooked. I sat with people who had never shared their truth before - not with journalists, not with anyone - and they trusted me to tell their stories with honesty and care. That work came with great personal risk: government threats to my safety and freedom. But I kept going, until it became too dangerous to stay.

Choosing to leave my home and begin again in a new country - where I didn’t yet speak the language - was the hardest and bravest thing I’ve ever done. As an immigrant, a woman, and a mother, I rebuilt my life from scratch in one of the most competitive cities in the world. And I found my place here the same way I always have: by connecting with people and telling their stories.

From remote villages to my studio in LA, my mission has never changed: to help people be seen. I draw out truth, hold space for vulnerability, and capture what’s real. Now, I channel that same devotion into every headshot – where your story meets the lens.

A headshot isn’t just a photo - it’s your first impression, your silent pitch, your shot at being seen. In an industry full of “maybes,” it can be the difference between getting passed over or getting called in. That’s why I’m here: to help you show up with confidence, clarity, and undeniable presence.

I know being in front of the camera can feel vulnerable - and that’s exactly where the magic begins. My job is to guide you, to pull out the emotion, energy, and range that lives inside you. You will perform - but in a way that feels grounded, supported, and true to who you are. Together, we’ll shape honest, compelling headshots that reflect not just what you look like, but the unique story only you can tell.